Staff Accountant

at Insight Global in South Holland, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a high-volume accounting team in South Holland, IL. This role is heavily focused on accounts payable and is ideal for someone who can stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The day-to-day will primarily involve processing a high volume of vendor invoices, monitoring and responding to a shared AP inbox, and supporting vendor communication to ensure timely and accurate payments. In addition to AP responsibilities, this individual will assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, as well as maintaining accurate financial records and documentation. The role may also involve researching and resolving discrepancies, supporting vendor setup and tax exemption documentation, and assisting with reporting and other ad hoc accounting tasks.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global’s Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

1-3+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting

Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of invoices and tasks

Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills

Effective communication skills, both internally and with vendors

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience with ERP systems

Experience using Concur or similar invoice processing tools

Exposure to month-end close processes (journal entries, reconciliations, accruals)

Experience working with a shared AP inbox or vendor communication

Understanding of tax exemption forms, vendor setup, or 1099 processes